For Local People by Local People living or working in Whitton, Whitehouse & Castle Hill who want to bring real improvements to the Community and to the lives of people living in it
Local Investment
We have been given £1 million to invest in building, supporting and growing the community of North West Ipswich
Building Community
NW Ipswich is lacking in activities, training and opportunities - and we want to change that
Free community events
22nd March 2024
We are looking to hold FREE community events this year! Get in touch if you have an idea and would love to see it happen!
Did you see us in Asda?
16th March 2024
We were in Asda on 9th March to celebrate our area and get your views! Some great conversations were had and wonderful ideas shared on how we can make lasting positive change in our NW Ipswich. Watch this space!
North West Ipswich Big Local Trust (NWI BLT) is a community project funded by the Big Lottery Fund
2011
Jan
North West Ipswich chosen as one of the first areas in England to receive £1million from Big Local
2012
2013
Aug
First Grants awards paid out by NW Ipswich Big Local Trust
Big Local Event held in Whitehouse Park on 31st Aug to introduce NWIBLT to the community
2014
Oct
Sunshine Memorial Garden at Whitton Primary School (now The Beeches) officially opened on 5 June by the Mayor of Ipswich.
2015
Feb
Joined forces with Eastern Savings and Loans Credit Union to encourage people to use this facility instead of payday loans
2016
Dec
Celebration event held at The Meeting Place, Limerick Close for residents and organisation to come together and celebrate their achievements
2017
2018
Aug
Castle Hill Community Trust takes ownership of Castle Hill Community Centre. NWIBLT contribute to the refurbishment.
2019
2020
Mar
Covid response - Food Bank opens at Castle Hill Community Centre
Fresh Food Friday delivered fresh fruit and vegetables to those most in need in our community during the first lock
Local Residents
We're a group of Whitton, Whitehouse and Castle Hill residents supported by a team of advisers